Of course, the bayonet for the BREN 2 assault rifle—which we manufacture based on an industrial design by Česká Zbrojovka - Colt CZ—drew a lot of attention, as did the special UTON assault knife, which is available on the market in a wide range of variations. There was also, of course, interest in the knife editions from the “War Veteran” project, which is supported by the Military Solidarity Fund. We are pleased by the attention we’ve received not only from the veterans themselves but, above all, from the general public. That is why we want to continue working intensively on this project and developing it further.
We were also pleased by the great interest in replicas of historical First Republic bladed weapons, specifically the vz. 24/27 dress saber, the commemorative rapier, the 1932-model customs service dagger (LEV version), and the vz. 27 aviation dagger. These weapons captivate not only with their precise craftsmanship but also with the stories of the figures behind their creation.
A new addition and a beautiful example in this category is the Model 27 aviation dagger. General Stanislav Čeček, an inspiring and prominent figure in the First Republic’s army—a man of broad vision and great charisma—was behind its creation. It was interesting to see how many visitors to our booth—especially members of the military, but also representatives of the specialized media—know and respect this man.
The interest in military history—which we strive to foster through the production of faithful replicas of edged weapons—is by no means merely a self-indulgent hobby. One example is the “Czech RAF Pilots” association—a group of enthusiasts in historical uniforms who educate schoolchildren about the struggles of our pilots during World War II.